Research and Development Manager

About Sixone

Sixone’s mission is to enable a world where blended plastics products can be circularly recycled back into existing supply chains instead of being sent to landfill. Sixone is a leading technology startup company developing advanced recycling technologies for blended plastics and plastic-based products. The technology applies process digitalization and advanced analytics to build a recycling system to enable efficient plastics recycling. Our goal is to revolutionize the economics of recycled materials through innovative processing and materials technologies.

Overview of Role

Reporting to the Technical Director, the Research and Development Manager will lead our dynamic, diverse, and forward-thinking R&D team to advance our circular recycling technologies. You will own the development of the R&D roadmap, implementation of strategy in R&D and oversee operations of the team with key focuses on innovation, productivity and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement long-term R&D strategies and roadmap to advance recycling of complex textile blends.
• Establish innovative approaches for identifying, quantifying, and neutralizing impurities.
• Ensure efficient and safe day-to-day operation of the R&D laboratory.
• Collaborate with technical team leads to ensure smooth transition of new findings across teams.
• Prepare reports and presentations to clearly communicate key findings to leadership team.
• Provide leadership and technical direction to enhance the R&D team’s effectiveness and cohesion.

Candidate Requirements

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with 5+ years of related experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role, including managing a team.
• Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with organic chemistry, spectroscopic analysis, chromatographic separation and trace impurity management.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and rapidly develop innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Comfortable in both an independent and collaborative, fast-paced team environment.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

Why Join Us?

We nurture an environment that promotes creativity, curiosity, and continuous innovation. We are committed to your professional growth and personal achievement. Join us in our journey to transform the recycling landscape and advocate for a sustainable future.

Apply Today!

Are you ready to make a significant impact in a vital field? Submit your application and help Sixone drive the future of recycling technology.